Preparing the exterior of your home for sale
BENDIGO’S residential Strategy will be reviewed because of greater than expected growth.
The State Government has announced a grant of $50,000 to carry out the review.
The review is needed because, according to the State Government, 40 per cent of the forecast growth between 2006 and 2031 had already been realised.
Regional Development Parliamentary Secretary Damian Drum made the announcement this morning.
Mr Drum said the Bendigo Residential Strategy Review would deliver greater community and investor certainty, helping the region grow.
“The Bendigo Residential Development Strategy was adopted in 2004 and is currently being audited because of the faster than anticipated growth that has occurred in Bendigo in recent years,” he said.
“Strong residential growth has many flow-on economic benefits and having a clear framework for future development will position Greater Bendigo City Council to undertake more detailed, place-based planning in the future.”
Deputy Premier Peter Ryan said about 40 per cent of the forecast growth between 2006 and 2031 had already been realised.
The Residential Strategy impacts directly on where and how property developments use “infill” parcels of land, range of housing styles and also on housing affordability.
“This project will review the strategy, assess current and estimated land supply and demand and consider various legislative and policy changes,” Mr Ryan said,
“It will also consider the latest demographic data and establish a new strategic framework to guide the long-term residential growth of Greater Bendigo.
“The project will result in a revised residential strategy that will give developers, the community and service providers greater surety and confidence about where land can be developed for residential purposes, and that sufficient land is available to accommodate the City of Greater Bendigo’s future growth.”
Mr Ryan said a contemporary strategic planning framework was essential to the economic development of a large regional centre like Bendigo.
“Clearly identifying future growth options and supporting infrastructure needs will enable the Greater Bendigo City Council and other infrastructure providers to plan their capital works programs well in advance,” he said.
“Identifying long-term growth areas will enable the council and other service authorities to start planning for the delivery of services, thereby minimising the lag time between when residential development occurs and when the services need to be in place.”
Anthony Radford | Bendigo Weekly | 09-Aug-2011 3.28
The
first thing you need to do when you decide to sell your home is to
find the right real estate agent. Once selected, they will discuss
with you the benefits of different sales methods, the best way to
advertise your property, and perhaps improvements to maximise your
selling price.
A well presented home says ‘welcome’. It
doesn’t have to be a ‘show place’ but it should appear as a
comfortable home in which to live. Remember, it will be one of many
on the market at any time, so you need to present your home in such a
way as to get the best price within a set time. Experience shows that
vendors who make an extra effort with presentation usually achieve a
quicker sale and, sometimes, a higher price.
In the
current market, when homes are on the market for a longer period of
time, this is particularly important.
Whether
you live in a detached house or unit, first impressions do count. To
start with, check the overall view of the property from the street:
the yard or complex, fences, driveway, windows, doors, location and
presentation of rubbish bins, roof and walls.
Have
all minor repairs done. Such things as sticking doors and windows,
loose door-knobs, faulty plumbing and peeling paint may affect your
sale. Make sure gates open easily and the street number is clear and
clean.
Arrange
outdoor furniture attractively to present an image of leisure.
Tidy
the flower pots and ensure plants are healthy and watered. Trim
shrubs, mow lawns and trim borders, including the footpath. Clean out
sheds. Toys and garden tools should be stored.
Clear
the gutters, clean windows, screens, doors and awnings. Spread gravel
on unsealed driveways and lay pine bark on unsightly surfaces.
Sweep
driveways and patios. Remove clothes from the line. If you have a
pool make sure it is sparkling clean and if you own a dog it’s best
to take it for a walk during inspections.
Enzo
Raimondo
CEO
REIV
BENDIGO’S residential Strategy will be reviewed because of greater than expected growth.
The State Government has announced a grant of $50,000 to carry out the review.
The review is needed because, according to the State Government, 40 per cent of the forecast growth between 2006 and 2031 had already been realised.
Regional Development Parliamentary Secretary Damian Drum made the announcement this morning.
Mr Drum said the Bendigo Residential Strategy Review would deliver greater community and investor certainty, helping the region grow.
“The Bendigo Residential Development Strategy was adopted in 2004 and is currently being audited because of the faster than anticipated growth that has occurred in Bendigo in recent years,” he said.
“Strong residential growth has many flow-on economic benefits and having a clear framework for future development will position Greater Bendigo City Council to undertake more detailed, place-based planning in the future.”
Deputy Premier Peter Ryan said about 40 per cent of the forecast growth between 2006 and 2031 had already been realised.
The Residential Strategy impacts directly on where and how property developments use “infill” parcels of land, range of housing styles and also on housing affordability.
“This project will review the strategy, assess current and estimated land supply and demand and consider various legislative and policy changes,” Mr Ryan said,
“It will also consider the latest demographic data and establish a new strategic framework to guide the long-term residential growth of Greater Bendigo.
“The project will result in a revised residential strategy that will give developers, the community and service providers greater surety and confidence about where land can be developed for residential purposes, and that sufficient land is available to accommodate the City of Greater Bendigo’s future growth.”
Mr Ryan said a contemporary strategic planning framework was essential to the economic development of a large regional centre like Bendigo.
“Clearly identifying future growth options and supporting infrastructure needs will enable the Greater Bendigo City Council and other infrastructure providers to plan their capital works programs well in advance,” he said.
“Identifying long-term growth areas will enable the council and other service authorities to start planning for the delivery of services, thereby minimising the lag time between when residential development occurs and when the services need to be in place.”
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